Arts in the Open

After many hikes, shows, and stories told on the trail, Arts in the Open is coming to a close.

We set out to combine theatre and the outdoors, and thanks to our artists, crew, and audiences, we did just that.

Thank you to everyone who walked, watched, and supported along the way.

Keep hiking, keep telling stories and keep supporting the arts and our beautiful state!

Closing weekend✨
Thanks to everyone who came out to our sold-out performance of "La Llorona del Rio Rimac" by Miguel Munoz. We're also grateful for our talented cast and crew who worked tirelessly to bring this show to life. If you enjoyed the experience, please consider supporting us and spreading the word about Arts in the Open. Your appreciation for the arts is invaluable to us!

Closing weekend is here! Don’t miss your last chance to experience the haunting tale of “La Llorona del Rio Rimac” at the Chautauqua Mesa trail. To purchase tickets, use promo code PERU one last time! Don't be late - arrive early to park and check in at the picnic pavilion before 3pm. Grab a friend and get cozy with jackets and blankets for a spooky good time!
Colorado Chautauqua

We've got four shows left, and Halloween is just around the corner! Grab those tickets for this weekend and next, and don't forget to bring a friend and a cozy blanket for outdoor theatre in Boulder's stunning Flatirons! Tickets are available at the link below, use promo code PERU for a special discount!

https://www.chautauqua.com/event/la-llorona/2025-09-20/

☀️OUTDOOR SPOTLIGHT🔦

We’re happy to give a special shout out to Miguel Muñoz, the creative playwright behind “La Llorona del Rio Rimac”!

Miguel is a playwright, actor, and University of Northern Colorado graduate residing in Washington. His writing credits include “October Surprise”, which was also his directing debut with OpenStage Theater, and “Lati-NO!”. Miguel was commissioned to write the 2024 TYA musical Familia de Flamingos for American Stage in Florida. As an actor, he’s appeared in Little Theatre of the Rockies’ The Quest for Don Quixote and OpenStage’s SWEAT.

You have two more weekends to catch Miguel’s creation at Colorado Chautauqua! Secure your tickets now, bring a blanket and invite a friend; we look forward to seeing you at up in the enchanted Mesa trail! Don’t forget to use promo code PERU!

https://www.chautauqua.com/event/la-llorona/

It's officially October, and we have another weekend performance of "La Llorona del Rio Rimac"! Will you be missing out this weekend? We have additional showings scheduled throughout the month. Be sure to catch us before we close on October 26th!

https://www.chautauqua.com/event/la-llorona/2025-10-04/

We’re back at Colorado Chautauqua for another weekend performance of 'La Llorona del Rio Rimac' by Miguel Muñoz. To ensure a seamless experience, please give yourself enough time to secure parking. We suggest bringing a blanket, camping chairs, hat, and wearing suitable hiking attire when attending to the show. Water and snacks will be available for purchase at the Picnic pavilion during check-in. If you have not yet purchased your tickets, please click on the link and utilize the promo code PERU to receive a special discount on us! We look forward to meeting you promptly at 3pm.

https://www.chautauqua.com/event/la-llorona/2025-09-20/

☀️ OUTDOOR SPOTLIGHT🔦

We're thrilled to introduce Jordan Hull as Felipillo, based on a true interpreter in the 16th century.

Jordan is delighted to be joining Arts in the Open for this production! Born in Denver and raised in the San Luis Valley, she wears many hats as an actor, voice actor, wig artist, and costume designer. She has appeared in a wide variety of productions across Colorado and has also worked behind the scenes on shows such as Arsenic and Old Lace at Creede Repertory Theatre and numerous productions with Su Teatro. Beyond the stage, her work in the local fashion industry has been published in Elite magazine.
Some of her recent stage credits include An Auraria Parable with DCPA Off-Center, Inheritance Kitchen with The Japanese Art Network, Airness with Bas Bleu, and October Surprise with OpenStage.
She sends love and gratitude to her friends and family for their endless support.

Get your tickets for this weekend to see “La Llorona Del Rio Rimac”, enjoy live theatre with music and stage combat on the flatirons! Use code PERU for a special discount and bring a friend!

https://www.chautauqua.com/event/la-llorona/2025-09-20/

☀️OUTDOOR SPOTLIGHT🔦

Introducing Camilo Luera portraying as the Lieutenant(Teniente) known as Enrique Benavente

Camilo is excited to be making his Arts in the Open debut. Acting professionally since 2011, Camilo earned his BA in Theatre at MSU Denver. He has spent most of his professional acting career with Su Teatro (Zyana, Wolf at the Door, El Corrido del Barrio, and many many more!) and the former Wheat Ridge Theatre Company (10 Pin Alley, The Complete History of America Abridged). A lover of all things spooky, La Llorona is right up his alley and hopes you get your dose of the spooky season before Halloween!

We have another showings this weekend and more, you dont want to miss out in this show! Don't forget to arrive early, park accordingly, and meet at the picnic pavilion at 3pm sharp!

https://www.chautauqua.com/event/la-llorona/2025-09-20/

☀️ OUTDOOR SPOTLIGHT🔦

Up next is Susan Conceicao, portraying as Apu Ichama

Susan began her acting career as a professional child actress in New York City. Her most memorable role was that of Nikki Lee Blake in the Patty Duke Show. As an adult, she studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, and was involved in community theater in New York and New Jersey. Her plays included The Diary of Anne Frank, The Sisters Rosenzweig, the Va**na Monologues and more. Recent credits in Colorado include Radium Girls, Love Letters, Stu for Silverton and October Surprise. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to appear in La Llorona del Rio Rimac, and to be part of Arts in the Open.

Catch Susan playing the leader of the Ichma Valley up on the trails of Chautauqua, tickets are available on our website.

www.artsintheopen.org